HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (21FW)

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HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 56 %

In depth comparison and review of HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation and Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (21FW). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

high-resolution display

lightweight design

robust security features

expandable memory options

expensive price point

limited port selection

average battery life

loud fan noise

Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (21FW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (21FW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

high-resolution display

excellent keyboard feel

advanced security features

higher price point

moderate battery life

heavier than competitors

limited color options

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Difference between HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation and Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (21FW)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
84 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (21FW) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (21FW)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.6 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.9 cm 35.95 cm x 25.38 cm x 1.75 cm
Weight 1.73 kg 1.86 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre reinforced plastic (top), glass-fibre reinforced plastic hybrid (top)
Colour Nouvelle silver Black paint
DISPLAY HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (21FW)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA), narrow bezel bent Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, 86.2% screen-to-body ratio, DC dimming
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (21FW)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13800H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5.2 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 14-core
Cache L3 - 24 MB 24 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (21FW)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 96 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 4800 MHz 5600 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 5600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (21FW)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
RAID Level - RAID 0, RAID 1
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (21FW)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA RTX A1000 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA RTX A1000 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA TXAA, Direct X 12 Ultimate, Vulkan Support, NVIDIA FXAA
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Four speakers, HP World Facing Microphone / dual-array digital microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (21FW)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (21FW)
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 86 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (21FW)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt 170 Watt
INPUT HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (21FW)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium Quiet Keyboard -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant, DuraKeys Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (21FW)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery, Sleep & Charge)
DisplayPort
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (8K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (21FW)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Hotkey Support, HP Performance Advisor, Windows Defender, HP Device Access Manager, HP Image Assistant, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Manageability & Integration Kit, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP Sure Admin, HP QuickDrop, HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Noise Cancellation Software, HP Client Security Manager Gen7, HP Easy Clean, HP ZCentral Remote Boost 2020 Software for Z workstation (free download), Data Science Stack, HP Z Light Space -
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 (21FW)
Included Accessories HP 150 Watt Smart Slim AC Adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Tile module, HP Tamper Lock -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, HP Sure Start Gen 6 Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards Low halogen RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years -
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